Inflexion Games, the studio behind the crafting survival game Nightingale, is implementing substantial changes based on player feedback and internal assessment. This follows recent comments from former BioWare developers expressing dissatisfaction with the game's current state.
Former Mass Effect Devs Address Nightingale's Shortcomings
Summer Update Promises Major Overhaul
Aaryn Flynn and Neil Thomson, key figures at Inflexion Games, recently released a YouTube video detailing *Nightingale*'s upcoming transformation. They openly acknowledged shortcomings in player numbers and overall reception, emphasizing their commitment to improvement. A significant update, slated for the summer's end, will address these concerns.Since its February early access launch, Inflexion Games has prioritized bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements, including the highly-requested offline mode. The upcoming update shifts focus to refining the core gameplay experience.
A key area of focus is the game's open-world design. Thomson described the current approach as "almost too open world," lacking sufficient structure and clear progression. The update will introduce clearer goals, improved realm design to address repetitive elements, and enhanced progression indicators.
The developers aim to create a more structured and engaging experience, improving player understanding of in-game mechanics and the distinctions between the various Fae Realms. Further adjustments to core gameplay elements are also under consideration, along with increased build limits for more elaborate player constructions. Previews of these changes are anticipated in the coming weeks.
Despite currently holding "Mixed" reviews on Steam, Nightingale is seeing a rise in positive feedback, with approximately 68% of recent reviews being positive. Inflexion Games expressed gratitude for player support and encouraged continued feedback. Flynn concluded by stating that while further refinement is needed, the upcoming update represents a significant step forward.
Game8 shares similar concerns regarding Nightingale's lack of guidance and overly complex systems, particularly crafting. For a detailed analysis, please refer to our full review.
